EVENT Details
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PRICING
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Category |
# of Races |
Before Jan 1st |
Before May 1st |
Before June 1st |
After June 1st |
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Mixed / Women's / Open / ACP / BCP / Paradragons (3 x 500m) |
3 |
$1,295 |
$1,445 |
$1,645 |
$1,845 |
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Mixed / Women's / Open / ACP / BCP / Paradragons (out-of-state) (3 x 500m) |
3 |
$995 |
$1,145 |
$1,245 |
$1,445 |
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Additional Practice Session |
$100 |
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At least 3 teams must be registered in a division. Any division with less than 3 teams registered will be amalgamated into the next closest racing division offered. To ensure races run smoothly, smaller divisions may be combined in heats but will race independently of each other. |
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Prices are in USD.
Payment Methods: We accept all major credit cards, or Check.
Paying by check: You will receive a discount of $25 USD. This discount will be automatically applied during the registration process.
For more information (i.e. refund policy, multi-event discount, etc), please visit our FAQ page.
Team registration fee includes a 10x10 tent and 1 practice.
Registration Add-Ons
Teams have the option to upgrade their tent to a larger size from GWN. In addition to tents, chairs and tables are also available. For more information, please refer to the "Athletes' Village" tab below. Teams may also book additional practices, please see the "Practice" tab below for more information.
LOCATION
Address: Robious Landing Park is located at 3800 James River Rd, Midlothian, VA 23113, United States
Site Map: Please click here for the 2024 Athletes' Village & Event Site Map.
Venue Rules: We're committed to creating a safe, comfortable, and enjoyable experience for participants and spectators. Before heading out to the races, participants should know that the following is prohibited at the venue: glass bottles, BBQs, and grills. Coolers are allowed. Every bag will be subject to a search, including coolers.
Alcoholic beverages are not permitted at the venue.
Teams are responsible for picking up their waste within their team sites. In addition to handing out waste bags during team check-in, there will be wastebaskets located throughout the Athletes' Village to maintain the venue's cleanliness. Let's all work together to keep Robious Landing Park clean.
Medical Services: Medical services and first aid will be available on site. If you're in need of medical attention, please report to the medical tent for immediate assistance.
SCHEDULE
For the 2024 Race Schedule. please click here.
At least 3 teams must be registered in a division. Any division with less than 3 teams registered will be amalgamated into the next closest racing division offered.
To ensure races run smoothly, smaller divisions may be combined in heats but will race independently of each other.
Industry Cup Races: To qualify for a Cup race, at least 70% of the crew must be part of the same company or industry.
Live Results
Get live race results and progressions on race day using your phone. Visit www.gwnresults.com
Race Marshaling
Marshaling for races will begin promptly half an hour before the first race of the day. Teams must be in the Marshalling area 30 minutes before their scheduled race throughout the day.
Race Day Check-In
Every Team Captain must check-in their team at Race Headquarters on race day. Registration will be open from approximately 6:30AM to 9:30AM-all teams must be checked in by this time. All waivers must be completed prior to check-in. Please visit the FAQ section for more information on how to check in on race day.
For a speedy check-in, ensure that all waivers for your team are completed. The electronic waiver deadline is 11:59AM EST on Wednesday leading up to race day. Online access to waivers will be restricted after the deadline, after which only paper copies will be accepted on Saturday morning.
Team Captain's Meeting
There will be a Team Captain's meeting on Saturday morning by the Marshalling Area to discuss race day rules and answer any participants' questions, 1 hour prior to the first race.
AWARDS
Industry Cup: First-place teams will receive a trophy and gold medals.
Consolation Finals: First-place teams will receive a trophy and gold medals.
Grand Finals: Third and second-place teams will receive bronze and silver medals, respectively. First-place teams will receive a trophy and gold medals.
Awards Ceremonies
Ceremonies will take place after each Industry Cup, Consolation Race, and Grand Final Race. Volunteers will gather the gold medal-winning team as they come off the water. They will be escorted directly to the stage. Bronze and silver medal-winning teams will receive their medals in the dock area.
The A Division Grand Final for Mixed, Women's, and Open ceremonies will take place after all races are completed on Saturday.
ENTERTAINMENT
The Pacific Arts Troupe and Richmond Chinese Folk Dance Group will be performing dances and martial arts.
The performance consists of various types of dances: classical, traditional, ethnic, as well as contemporary. In addition, we have the pleasure of an award winning black belt martial artist who will perform two of his gold medal winning pieces.
Beautiful music, colorful costumes, amazing dancers and martial artist will bring you an exciting cultural experience. Please be sure to check out the performances at 10AM and 11:15AM.
VENDORS
Marketplace:
- Hex N Holler
- Mapulder LLC
Food Vendors:
- Boka Toka
- Rosie's Kitchen
- Travel In Tom's Coffee
- Four Brothers
Interested in being a vendor? Email us at info@gwnevents.com to find out more.
PARKING
Event Day Parking: Will be located at James River High School parking lots. It is approximately 3-5 minute walk to the Event Site. Parking Map below.
Please follow the "Dragon Boat Festival Parking" directional signage on-site to the designated parking lots.
Gear Drop Off Area: Due to limited access, up to two (2) cars per team will be allowed to drop off gear; they will be directed to park in the James River High School lots. Gear drop off to begin at 6:30AM.
VOLUNTEER
Looking to have some fun on the docks? GWN is always looking for fantastic volunteers.
As a volunteer, you'll have the opportunity to be a part of the exciting and fast-paced action that is dragon boat racing. You'll also get to experience the energy and excitement of the festival event atmosphere and be a part of a vibrant community of dragon boat enthusiasts. Volunteers will be needed to help with various tasks in ensuring the safety and smooth operations of the event through the various outlined tasks:
- Boat Marshalls: Will be on the dock assisting paddlers with getting in and out of the boats. This position should be filled by people who are comfortable around the water.
- Results Runners: Will be posting the results from the Timing Officials at the Registration Headquarters. This position requires neat handwriting.
- Team Marshalls: Will assist the Marshalling Manager in ensuring that all teams are ready to load into boats at the correct time to maintain smooth running of the races.
- Crowd Control: Will ensure one-way flow traffic from the Marshalling Area after boats are unloaded.
If you would like to volunteer, we can promise some food, drinks, a really cool shirt, and community service hours (if applicable) so please complete this Volunteer Form to join our team! To get more info or ask any questions, feel free to send us an email at volunteers@gwnevents.com.
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